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calculated
/ˈkælkjʊleɪtɪd/
deliberately planned or computed
The team made a calculated decision to launch the product early.
They planned and analyzed the risks before deciding to release the product ahead of schedule.
general
done with careful consideration and planning
She took a calculated risk by investing in the startup.
She carefully weighed the potential gains and losses before investing.
His calculated move in the chess game surprised his opponent.
He made a strategic and well-thought-out move that caught his opponent off guard.
Often implies a balance between risk and reward.
Collocations
calculated riska risk taken after careful considerationcalculated movea strategic action planned in advance
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Pro Tip
Usage in Business
In business contexts, 'calculated' often implies a balance between risk and reward, such as in 'calculated risk'.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
While useful, overusing 'calculated' can make writing sound overly formal or robotic. Use synonyms like 'strategic' or 'deliberate' for variety.
Word Origin
From Latin 'calculatus', past participle of 'calculare' (to reckon), from 'calculus' (pebble used for counting).
Usage Notes
Often used in contexts involving strategy, finance, or decision-making where careful planning is involved.
Word Breakdown
calcul
related to counting or computation
root-ated
past participle suffix
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